York Imperial apple

Malus domestica 'York Imperial'

TreeRosaceae

York Imperial apple
Edible
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Dense
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay

Garden uses

Food garden

Attracts

Bees

Notes

'York Imperial' apple (Malus domestica 'York Imperial') is a tree for the food garden. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows at a moderate rate and has a dense habit. Bees visit the spring flowers. The apples are grown for fresh eating, cooking, hard cider, and drying.

Pairs well with High-bush blueberry, Garlic chives, and Blue grama.